Prescription Lantus® (insulin glargine [rDNA origin] injection) is a long-acting insulin used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes and adults and pediatric patients (children 6 years and older) with type 1 diabetes for the control of high blood sugar. It should be taken once a day at the same time each day to lower blood glucose.

Do not take Lantus® if you are allergic to insulin or any of the inactive ingredients in Lantus®.

Do not share needles, insulin pens or syringes with others. Do NOT reuse needles.

You must test your blood sugar levels while using insulin, such as Lantus®. Do not make any changes to your dose or type of insulin without talking to your healthcare provider. Any change of insulin should be made cautiously and only under medical supervision.

Do NOT dilute or mix Lantus® with any other insulin or solution. It will not work as intended and you may lose blood sugar control, which could be serious. Lantus® must only be used if the solution is clear and colorless with no particles visible.

Tell your doctor about other medicines, especially ones commonly called TZDs (thiazolidinediones), and supplements you are taking because they can change the way insulin works. Before starting Lantus®, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions including if you have heart failure or other heart problems, liver or kidney problems, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed. If you have heart failure, it may get worse while you take TZDs with Lantus®.

The most common side effect of insulin, including Lantus®, is
low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which may be serious.
Some people may experience symptoms such as shaking, sweating, fast heartbeat, and blurred vision. Severe hypoglycemia may be serious and life threatening. It may cause harm to your heart or brain. Other possible side effects may include swelling, weight gain, injection site reactions, including changes in fat tissue at the injection site, and allergic reactions, including itching and rash. In rare cases, some allergic reactions may be life threatening.

Lantus®SoloSTAR® is a disposable prefilled insulin pen. Please talk to your healthcare provider about proper injection technique and follow instructions in the Instruction Leaflet that accompanies the pen.

Prescription Lantus® (insulin glargine [rDNA origin] injection) is a long-acting insulin used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes and adults and pediatric patients (children 6 years and older) with type 1 diabetes for the control of high blood sugar. It should be taken once a day at the same time each day to lower blood glucose.

Do not take Lantus® if you are allergic to insulin or any of the inactive ingredients in Lantus®.

Do not share needles, insulin pens or syringes with others. Do NOT reuse needles.

You must test your blood sugar levels while using insulin, such as Lantus®. Do not make any changes to your dose or type of insulin without talking to your healthcare provider. Any change of insulin should be made cautiously and only under medical supervision.

Do NOT dilute or mix Lantus® with any other insulin or solution. It will not work as intended and you may lose blood sugar control, which could be serious. Lantus® must only be used if the solution is clear and colorless with no particles visible.

Tell your doctor about other medicines, especially ones commonly called TZDs (thiazolidinediones), and supplements you are taking because they can change the way insulin works. Before starting Lantus®, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions including if you have heart failure or other heart problems, liver or kidney problems, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed. If you have heart failure, it may get worse while you take TZDs with Lantus®.

The most common side effect of insulin, including Lantus®, is
low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which may be serious.
Some people may experience symptoms such as shaking, sweating, fast heartbeat, and blurred vision. Severe hypoglycemia may be serious and life threatening. It may cause harm to your heart or brain. Other possible side effects may include swelling, weight gain, injection site reactions, including changes in fat tissue at the injection site, and allergic reactions, including itching and rash. In rare cases, some allergic reactions may be life threatening.

Lantus®SoloSTAR® is a disposable prefilled insulin pen. Please talk to your healthcare provider about proper injection technique and follow instructions in the Instruction Leaflet that accompanies the pen.

Injecting Lantus® Insulin

The first few times you use Lantus®, you may feel a little unsure
of yourself. Relax. These feelings are normal for people who have just started with
insulin injections. Soon, using Lantus® will become a part of your everyday routine.

Your Dose May Change

Keep in mind that you may not reach your blood sugar target right away. It's important to be patient when you're first starting out. Everyone is different, and it can take time for your blood sugar levels to reach your target range.

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If you still have questions or concerns about injecting Lantus®,
you can call our helpline at 1-800-633-1610. Representatives will be available for technical support Monday to Friday, 8:00 am CST through 8:00 pm CST.

“I use a 31-gauge needle. It's a small, very thin, needle.”

-José, taking Lantus®SoloSTAR® since 2007

Fast Facts

Injecting cold insulin could make it feel more uncomfortable. But it's not dangerous.

Wash your hands before injecting. Clean the injection site with an alcohol swab. It will kill a lot of bacteria, helping you avoid getting an infection or contaminating the pen.

Always use a new needle. Reusing a needle can block the insulin from injecting correctly, and may cause contamination, or spread infection.

Prescription Lantus® is a long-acting insulin used to treat adults with type
2 diabetes and adults and pediatric patients (children 6 years and older) with type 1 diabetes for the control of high blood sugar.
It should be taken once a day at the same time each day to lower blood glucose.

Heart failure can occur if you are taking insulin together with certain medicines called TZDs (thiazolidinediones), even if you have never had heart failure or other heart problems. If you already have heart failure, it may get worse while you take TZDs with Toujeo®. Tell your doctor if you have any new or worsening symptoms of heart failure, including:

Shortness of breath

Swelling of your ankles or feet

Sudden weight gain

Your treatment with TZDs and TOUJEO® may need to be changed or stopped by your healthcare provider if you have new or worsening heart failure.

Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and supplements, including herbal supplements.

Toujeo® should be taken once a day at the same time each day to lower blood glucose. You must test your blood sugar levels daily while using any insulin, including Toujeo®. Do not make any changes to your dose or type of insulin without talking to your healthcare provider. You should always verify that you have the correct insulin before each injection. Your dose for Toujeo® may be different from other insulins you have taken. Any change of insulin should be made cautiously and only under medical supervision.

Do NOT dilute or mix Toujeo® with any other insulin or solution. It will not work as intended and you may lose blood sugar control, which could be serious. Toujeo® must only be used if the solution is clear and colorless with no particles visible.

While using Toujeo®, do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Toujeo® affects you. You should not drink alcohol or use other medicines that contain alcohol.

The most common side effect of any insulin, including Toujeo®, is low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which may be serious and can be life-threatening. Severe hypoglycemia may cause harm to your heart or brain. Symptoms of serious low blood sugar may include shaking, sweating, fast heartbeat, and blurred vision. Toujeo® may cause serious side effects that can lead to death, such as severe allergic reactions that affect the whole body. Get medical help right away if you have:

A rash over your whole body

Trouble breathing

Shortness of breath

Fast heartbeat

Swelling of your face, tongue, or throat

Sweating

Extreme drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion

Toujeo® may have additional side effects. Other possible side effects may include swelling, weight gain, and low potassium.

Injection site reactions are also possible and may include change in fat tissue at the injection site, skin thickening, redness, swelling, and itching.

Toujeo® SoloStar® is a disposable prefilled insulin pen. Please talk to your healthcare provider about proper injection technique and follow instructions in the Instruction Leaflet that accompanies the pen.

Do not take Lantus® if you are allergic to insulin or any of the
inactive ingredients in Lantus®.

Do not share needles, insulin pens or syringes with others. Do NOT reuse needles.

You must test your blood sugar levels while using insulin, such as Lantus®.
Do not make any changes to your dose or type of insulin without talking to your
healthcare provider. Any change of insulin should be made cautiously and only under
medical supervision.

Do NOT dilute or mix Lantus® with any other insulin or solution.
It will not work as intended and you may lose blood sugar control, which could be
serious. Lantus® must only be used if the solution is clear and colorless
with no particles visible.

Tell your doctor about other medicines, especially ones commonly called TZDs (thiazolidinediones), and supplements you are taking because they can change the way insulin works. Before starting Lantus®, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions including if you have heart failure or other heart problems, liver or kidney problems, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed. If you have heart failure, it may get worse while you take TZDs with Lantus®.

The most common side effect of insulin, including Lantus®, is
low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which may be serious.
Some people may experience symptoms such as shaking, sweating, fast heartbeat, and blurred vision. Severe hypoglycemia may be serious and life threatening. It may cause harm to your heart or brain. Other possible side effects may include swelling, weight gain, injection site reactions, including changes in fat tissue at the injection site, and allergic reactions, including itching and rash. In rare cases, some allergic reactions may be life threatening.

Lantus®SoloSTAR® is a disposable prefilled insulin
pen. Please talk to your healthcare provider about proper injection technique and
follow instructions in the Instruction Leaflet that accompanies the pen.

The health information contained herein is provided for general educational purposes
only. Your healthcare professional is the single best source of information regarding
your health. Please consult your healthcare professional if you have any questions
about your health or treatment.

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